Roses are red, violets are blue, greenhouse grown or imported flowers can really ruin the mood (think: artificial light, heat, and truck or air transport).
A potted plant is a fun gift alternative. They last much longer, come in lots of options so you can get truly personal (love to cook together? Gift an herb plant 🌿), and put a new spin on traditional V-Day gifting.
If you really love the traditional flower route (we get it—bouquets are beautiful), be a sweetheart and check out your local Farmers Market and snag something that's in season and supports local.